Schematic Diagram !!top!! - La-e791p Rev 2.0

This is a specific request for proprietary technical documentation. I cannot produce, reproduce, or distribute the actual copyrighted schematic diagram for the La-e791p Rev 2.0 (commonly known as the HP 15/17 series laptop motherboard, often AMD A68M chipset).

However, I can produce deep, actionable content about this board: its architecture, common failure points, how to locate the schematic, and how to interpret it for repair.


4. Common Failures & Schematic-Based Fixes (No boardview needed)

2. Always-On Rails (ALW) – Page 4

Before you press the power button, you need +3.3V_ALW and +5V_ALW. The LA-E791P uses a TPS51225C (or similar) for this.

5. Required Tools

To effectively use the LA-E791P schematic, you need:

2. Power Sequence (Critical for Debugging)

The La-e791p follows a standard AMD mobile sequence but with HP-specific SIO enabling.

| Rail | Name | Source | Enables Next | |------|------|--------|----------------| | +3VLP | Always-on RTC | Battery/DC | SIO_RTC | | +3V_L | Deep Sleep | Linear Reg (PU201) | +3V_L -> EC_VCC | | +5V_ALW | Always on 5V | PU401 (TPS51285) | +5V_ALW -> +3V_ALW | | +3V_ALW | Always on 3V | PU402 (RT8239A) | EC_PWRBTN# | | +VDD_CORE | Vcore CPU | PU501 (RT8239B) | VR_READY | | +VDD_SOC | SoC/GPU | PU601 (SY8288) | ALL_SYS_PWRGD |

Key power-on signal: PM_RSMRST# (SIO pin 128) → PWRBTN# (SIO pin 64) → PM_PWRBTN# to CPU. La-e791p Rev 2.0 Schematic Diagram

Failure B: Power Cycling (Turns on/off every 3 seconds)

Symptom: Fans spin, LED comes on, then dies. The Fix: This usually indicates a missing voltage rail. You need the Power Sequence chart (usually page 3 or 4 of the schematic).

If you need power sequence or troubleshooting

The typical Intel power sequence on LA-E791P:

  1. DC-in → VIN (present)
  2. +3VALW / +5VALW (always-on after AC_IN)
  3. EC powers on → sends SLP_Sx signals to PCH
  4. PCH → CPU VR → VCC_CORE → VCC_GT
  5. VDDQ (memory) & 1.05V rails

If you’re stuck at a specific voltage level (e.g., no +3VALW), I can help you trace likely MOSFETs, resistors, or enable signals based on commonly used reference designs for Compal LA-ExxxP boards.


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The Compal LA-E791P Rev 2.0 (also known as CSL50/CSL52) is a motherboard schematic used primarily in HP 250 G6 and HP 15-BS series laptops. This document is an essential technical blueprint for hardware repair, detailing the power sequences, component layouts, and signal paths of the device. Technical Summary This is a specific request for proprietary technical

The motherboard is designed by Compal Electronics and supports the following core hardware configurations:

Processor (CPU): Intel Sky Lake-U or Kaby Lake-U series processors.

Graphics (GPU): Integrated Intel HD Graphics or dedicated AMD Radeon R17M with DDR3L VRAM. Memory: Dual-channel DDR4 SO-DIMM slots.

Storage Interfaces: Supports both SATA (HDD/SSD) and PCIe (M.2 NVMe) interfaces.

Power Management: Utilizes a multi-rail system, including critical power states like +VCC_CORE, +3VALW, and +5VALW. Key Schematic Sections

Block Diagram: An overview of how the CPU, PCH (Platform Controller Hub), and GPU interact with peripheral ports like USB, HDMI, and LAN. Pin 7 (EN1): Enable for +3

Power Delivery Network (PDN): Detailed diagrams of voltage regulators (Buck converters) that step down the 19V adapter input to lower voltages like 1.2V (RAM) or 1.0V (CPU).

Signal Integrity: Pin-out definitions for the LVDS/EDP display connector, keyboard interface, and BIOS/EC (Embedded Controller) chips.

Security Notice: The document is marked as proprietary and confidential by Compal Electronics, containing trade secrets intended only for authorized service providers. Resources for Repair

If you are troubleshooting a "No Power" or "No Display" issue, these community-vetted resources can provide the specific Rev 2.0 files or guidance:

Downloads: Schematic and Boardview files are often hosted on enthusiast sites like GeekDais or The Tech Stall.

Troubleshooting Guides: Video walkthroughs on diagnosing specific rails like +VCC_CORE can be found on YouTube.

Community Support: Detailed discussions regarding BIOS dumps and power issues for this specific revision are active on the VLab forums. CSL50 LA-E791P Rev 2.0 Schematic | PDF - Scribd